[Grammar] the position is well suited to my skills

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uktous

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Hi,

Question:
Which sentence does native speaker prefer?

Sentence1:
I am sure that the position is well suited to my skills.
Sentence2:
I am sure that my skills are well suited to the position.

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Rover_KE

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I prefer #2.

I'm not sure why.

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SoothingDave

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I think the "why" is because the intended audience is looking for a person to fill his position, not the other way around.
 
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